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15thC or Earlier Chinese Guardian Figure - 9459
Located in Ukiah, CA
Early Chinese guardian figure. Hard to date because it is so unique, but based on the casting and
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

15thC or Earlier Chinese Guardian Figure - 9459
15thC or Earlier Chinese Guardian Figure - 9459

15thC or Earlier Chinese Guardian Figure - 9459

H 6.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
Located in Kramfors, SE
Chinese guardian lions in original condition. The lions are made from wood and were handmade
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition
19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

19th Century Chinese Guardian Lions in Original Condition

H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this stunning pair of statues representing Chinese guardian lions, also known
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer
19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

H 5.91 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in
Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850

Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850

H 4 in W 10.5 in D 5.75 in
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Qing-dynasty home in China’s Shanxi province. One has a pearl under its foot, and the other has a lion
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Lion Dogs, c. 1850

H 38 in W 14 in D 16 in
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
In Asian culture, the lion-like guardian lion or foo dog is a symbol of protection and guardianship
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues
Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

Pair of Carved Stone Chinese Guardian Lion Statues

H 42.13 in W 16.15 in D 33.47 in
Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions
Located in Essex, MA
Brightly painted with a male and female foo dog or Buddhistic lion one holding a ball for the material world and the female with the cub representing the spiritual.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions
Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

Pair of European Porcelain Figures of Chinese Guardian Lions

H 10 in W 5.38 in D 7.13 in
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
home in 19th-century China. Also known as shizi or foo dogs, the mythical creatures are believed to be
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Guardian Fu Lions with Riders, c. 1850

H 32 in W 14 in D 22 in
Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, often called "Foo Dogs." Chinese Guardian Lions are
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Statues

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Foo Dogs
Chinese Foo Dogs

Chinese Foo Dogs

H 22 in W 22 in D 14 in
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Located in New York, NY
Condition Good Condition considering Age and History, worn areas throughout, see photos Chinese guardian
Category

Antique 1870s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18
Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

Mid-1800s Oversized Palace Chinese Rug Museum Quality Large Chinese Rug 13x18

W 153.94 in L 210.24 in
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair Chinese guardian
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair
Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

Antique Fengshui Chinese Bronze Guardian Lion Foo Dog Statue Sculpture - Pair

H 24 in W 11 in D 15.5 in
Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6
Located in New York, NY
symbolism of Foo Dogs, also known as Chinese Guardian Lions or Imperial Guardian Lions, originated in
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6
Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6

Antique Chinese Rug Antique Ningshia Rug Art Deco Rug Peking Chinese 1900 4x6

W 51.19 in L 72.84 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Stone Guardian Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century Chinese carved guardian statue used as ship ballast. In the time when great wooden
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Antique 19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Stone Guardian Sculpture
Antique 19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Stone Guardian Sculpture

Antique 19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Stone Guardian Sculpture

H 42 in W 8 in D 8 in
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions

H 4 in W 3.25 in D 2.5 in
Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
History The symbolism of Foo Dogs, also known as Chinese Guardian Lions or Imperial Guardian Lions
Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry
Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry

Antique Silk Art Deco Rug Silk Ningshia Rug Chinese Peking Silk Tapestry

W 36.62 in L 59.85 in
Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture
Located in Asheville, NC
This cast iron piece features a statuary male Chinese guardian Lion (Foo Dog) proudly balancing
Category

20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture
Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

Cast Iron Foo Dog Sculpture

H 10 in W 12 in D 5 in
Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Brass Foo Dogs Statues - Pair Chinese guardian lion, also known as a "Foo Dog" in the West
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair
Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair

Antique Brass Foo Dog Statues - Pair

H 17.5 in W 12 in D 8 in
Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
Background of Chinese Temple Lions: Chinese guardian lions are a traditional Chinese ornament. The concept
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century
Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century

Pair Large Antique Chinese Stoneware Guardian Lions Qing Dynasty 19th Century

H 17 in W 16 in D 6.5 in
Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture
Category

Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture

H 20 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Located in Paris, FR
patina. Each oil lamp rests on four legs toppd by a Foo dog. Foo Dogs or Chinese guardian lions are a
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

H 32.29 in Dm 6.3 in
A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs
Located in Catania, Sicilia
) are decorative guardian figures that reflect traditional Chinese symbolism and craftsmanship. These
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs
A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

A pair of 1960s Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Chinese Pho Dogs

H 9.85 in W 3.94 in D 2.76 in
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
called foo dogs or fu dogs. Foo dogs were originally displayed outdoors. These Chinese guardian lions
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp

H 16.75 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
actually a mistake made in the west. In reality these imperial Chinese guardians are lions, which were
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Hand-Carved Foo Dog Sculpture Mounted on Base

H 31 in W 12 in D 11 in
19th Century Chinese Peking Rug in Ivory with Lion Dogs & Auspicious Symbols
Located in Barrington, IL
the composition is a large medallion adorned with lion dogs, traditional guardians in Chinese culture
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th Century Chinese Peking Rug in Ivory with Lion Dogs & Auspicious Symbols
19th Century Chinese Peking Rug in Ivory with Lion Dogs & Auspicious Symbols

19th Century Chinese Peking Rug in Ivory with Lion Dogs & Auspicious Symbols

W 94 in L 124 in
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Located in Norwood, NJ
from the open mouths when in use. Chinese guardian lions. Lions have long been associated with
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers
Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

Pair Of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Foo Lion Censers

H 16 in W 15 in D 8 in
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
. Originating in China, foo dogs resemble Chinese guardian lions, representing prosperity, success, and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Urns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

H 66.54 in W 17.92 in D 13 in
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
Located in Lomita, CA
. The lid of the jar features a foo dog, also known as a "Chinese guardian lion" or "lion of Buddha
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs
1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

1900s Copper Red Chinese Ginger Jar with Foo Dogs

H 23 in W 13 in D 13 in
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese
Located in Nicolosi, IT
lamps features a striking design inspired by the legendary Chinese guardian lions, symbolizing
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese

H 24.41 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs
Located in Marbella, ES
with vibrant colors and gold details. These sculptures represent Chinese guardian lions, symbols of
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs
1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

1970s Pair of Enameled Porcelain Foo Dogs

H 12.6 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved Chinese Foo Dog Cigar, cigarette, 420 Ashtray, or Incense Burner - Chinese Guardian Lion. A
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ashtrays

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray
Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

Carved Wood Foo Dog Decorative Cigar, Cigarette or 420 Ashtray

H 8.5 in W 3.5 in D 7 in
Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardian
Located in Chicago, IL
benevolent guardian of the home. Known as shizi, the mythical dog is thought to offer protection from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardian
Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardian

Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardian

H 6 in W 3 in D 4.25 in
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Located in Norwood, NJ
Pair of hand carved Chinese Jade hardstone Foo Lions or Fu Dogs. This pair of Chinese spinach jade
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions
Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

Pair Of Chinese Hardstone Guardian Lions

H 10 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Located in Roma, IT
conditions Chinese guardian lions, or imperial guardian lions, are a traditional Chinese architectural
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture
Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

Temple Lion Jade Sculpture

H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in
"Historic Flags of the United States" ZHANG Boju & ZHANG Xinzeng
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
$158,853 USD for Orchids, sold at China Guardian Auctions, Beijing in 2015. The artist died in 1982.  
Category

20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Paper

"Historic Flags of the United States" ZHANG Boju & ZHANG Xinzeng
"Historic Flags of the United States" ZHANG Boju & ZHANG Xinzeng

"Historic Flags of the United States" ZHANG Boju & ZHANG Xinzeng

H 130 in W 168 in D 1 in
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chinese soapstone guardian lion, 19th century. 5 ½ inches wide by 2 ½ inches deep by 4 ½ inches
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century
Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

Chinese Soapstone Guardian Lion, 19th Century

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in
Chinese Ceramic Glazed Guardian Ming Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
. He is likely one of the four heavenly kings, the protective guardians widely worshiped in China. This
Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Chinese Ceramic Glazed Guardian Ming Dynasty
Chinese Ceramic Glazed Guardian Ming Dynasty

Chinese Ceramic Glazed Guardian Ming Dynasty

H 13.5 in W 8 in D 7 in
Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
guardian of the home. He exudes a remarkable sense of life and energy - crouched on all fours with curly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm
Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm

Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm

H 11.75 in W 5 in D 9.75 in
Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
guardian of the home. He exudes a remarkable sense of life and energy - crouched on all fours with curly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm
Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm

Chinese Stone Fu Dog Guardian Charm

H 12.75 in W 5.5 in D 9 in
18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This ancient stone guardian lion shizi was carved by hand out of a single block of limestone. The
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture
18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture

18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture

H 21 in W 16.25 in D 13 in
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Located in Chicago, IL
gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protection, they are made from
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions
Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

Pair of Chinese Stone Guardian Lions

H 32 in W 43 in D 13 in
Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures with Bronze Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
made in the west. In reality these imperial Chinese guardians are lions, which were believed to have
Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures with Bronze Patina
Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures with Bronze Patina

Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Foo Dog Sculptures with Bronze Patina

H 6.5 in W 7.75 in D 4 in
Chinese Double Guardian Headrest, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
two crouching mythical guardians with fearsome expressions meant to protect the sleeping owner from
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Double Guardian Headrest, circa 1900
Chinese Double Guardian Headrest, circa 1900

Chinese Double Guardian Headrest, circa 1900

H 5.5 in W 10 in D 5.25 in
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Located in Sheffield, MA
The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many centuries. Still a very handsome sculptural specimen made from carved stone, it is kno...
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Archaistic Statues

Materials

Stone

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion
Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

H 19.5 in W 10.5 in D 19 in
19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure
Located in Stamford, CT
small sculpture that exudes a lot of presence. A very appealing warm, coppery patina. Guardian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure
19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure

19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure

H 8.75 in W 3.5 in D 4 in
Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians
Located in Chicago, IL
benevolent guardians of the home. Also known as shizi, the pair represents yin and yang, the dual forces of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians
Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians

Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians

H 6.5 in W 2.75 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Located in South Burlington, VT
A Chinese hand carved and hand painted wooden effigy of a fantastic Bixie dating to before Song
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian
Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

Chinese Ancient Hand Carved Wood Lion Guardian

H 6 in W 15 in D 8 in
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
By Aerozon
Located in North Miami, FL
Chinoiserie motifs popularized in German Art Déco. Molded as a chinese guardian lion (or 'foo dog') with head
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon

H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
subtle mineral deposits, exudes an aura of timelessness and reverence. As guardians of temples and
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century
Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century

Ming Dynasty Stone Guardian Statue, China, 17th Century

H 70.87 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
19th Century Chinese Figure of a Guardian God
Located in Somis, CA
This 19th-century hand-carved polychromatic wood figure depicts a powerful Guardian, poised on a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Figure of a Guardian God
19th Century Chinese Figure of a Guardian God

19th Century Chinese Figure of a Guardian God

H 9 in W 4 in D 4 in
Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
could be installed in your favorite home, office, or garden space. Some western scholars of Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Garden Ornaments

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture
Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture

Chinese Antique Hand Carved Mythical Winged Guardian Sculpture

H 18 in W 9 in D 13 in
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent pair of large antique Chinese porcelain temple Guardian Lions - Foo Dogs. The near
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Statues

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair
Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

Antique Chinese Glazed Guardian Lion Foo Dogs, a Pair

H 20 in W 8 in D 8.5 in
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of limestone fu lion-dogs once protected a grand courtyard home in 19th-century China
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800
Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

Pair of Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians, c. 1800

H 21.5 in W 7 in D 24 in
Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians with Riders
Located in Chicago, IL
benevolent guardians of the home. Also known as shizi, the pair represents yin and yang, the dual forces of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians with Riders
Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians with Riders

Pair of Petite Chinese Fu Dog Guardians with Riders

H 6 in W 2.5 in D 4.5 in
A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
jade green lappets centred by gilt shisa (the Japanese variant of Chinese guardian lions), the central
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century
A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

A Japanese Fluted Imari Vase with Mark and Metal Cover, 19th Century

H 9.85 in Dm 7.49 in
Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures
Located in 景德镇市, CN
The Vintage Chinese boxwood Carving of Auspicious Sitting Lions Pair is a remarkable example of
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures
Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures

Chinese Boxwood Auspicious Guardian Two Lions Sculptures

H 3.75 in W 3.35 in D 1.58 in
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Located in Chicago, IL
guarded the entrance to one of provincial China's grand homes. One peers up and the other down, both
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Limestone

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Stone Fu Lion Guardians

H 29 in W 13 in D 14 in
Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A large antique Chinese glazed Sancai pottery temple guardian figure, designed to ward off evil
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Antique 18th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure
Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure

Qing Dynasty Chinese Sancai Temple Guardian Figure

H 23 in W 18 in D 6.5 in
Limestone Fu Dog Guardian Figure from China, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This limestone carving depicts a Fu Dog Guardian figure and was carved from a solid block
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Limestone Fu Dog Guardian Figure from China, c. 1900
Limestone Fu Dog Guardian Figure from China, c. 1900

Limestone Fu Dog Guardian Figure from China, c. 1900

H 10.63 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in
Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
headrest features a guardian lion in pursuit of an embroidered ball, a symbol of love and loyalty. A
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850
Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850

Chinese Blue and White Headrest with Guardian Lion, c. 1850

H 4.75 in W 5.25 in D 2.25 in
Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Tomb Guardian
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terra cotta tomb guardian figure seen in its typical stance of
Category

20th Century Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Tomb Guardian
Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Tomb Guardian

Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Tomb Guardian

H 23 in W 11 in D 4 in
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Chinese Guardian For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Chinese guardian you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, stone and wood, every Chinese guardian was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Chinese guardian, we have 78 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a Chinese guardian — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Chinese guardian bearing Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Chinese guardian that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tang Dynasty produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Chinese Guardian?

The average selling price for a Chinese guardian at 1stDibs is $3,250, while they’re typically $229 on the low end and $180,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Chinese Guardian
  • What are Chinese guardian lions called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese guardian lions are called shishi or stone lions. In English, they are colloquially referred to as lion dogs or foo dogs. Shishi are typically made out of stone. On 1stDibs, find your own stone lions from top sellers around the world.